Q. It's my first class, do I need to know anything?

There are a few things you should try and do before and after class to ensure you get the most benefit out of Bikram Yoga.

What you need to bring:

• Yoga Mat
• Two Large Towels (one for your yoga mat and one for rinsing off in the shower after)
• Water Bottle
• If you don't have / forget any of these things you can rent or purchase a new item from our front desk.

What you need to do before class:

• Read this fantastic article by Bikram teacher Barbora Simek.
   
• Make sure to drink plenty of water leading up to your class and come fully hydrated
   
• Do not eat a heavy meal at least 1.5 hours before class.  Bikram Yoga is best done on an empty stomach.  If you need to eat something, stick to a light snack like fruit.
   
• Leave your shoes and belongings outside the studio, in the lockers provided or in the washrooms
   
• Brink a water bottle or purchase water to take into class
   
• Do not bring cell phones, pagers, gum, food, or anything else that might distract either yourself or others from practice
   
• Try not to talk while you are in the yoga studio, and if you have a question if possible wait until after the class to approach the instructor
   
• Be on time!  Once the instructor has entered the room class begins immediately and no more students are allowed to enter the studio.  If it is your first time, please make sure you are early to class (at least 15 minutes).
   
• After class make sure to continue to drink water to keep you hydrated
   
• You might be hungry so bring a piece of fruit to snack on after class, you will most likely be craving something healthy